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Frito Pie

New Mexico Frito Pie

Dave Cole
This is a version of Frito Pie based on what we had at Duran’s
Central Pharmacy in New Mexico. It is served in a bowl almost like a salad



Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 15 ounce can kidney beans optional
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 cup red chili sauce see recipe
  • Fritos
  • Toppings lettuce, onions, cheese,, tomato

Instructions
 

  • In skillet brown ground beef. Add beans (is using), chili powder and red sauce and stir to combine.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In a bowl place a layer of Fritos. Top with ground beef mixture. Add tomatoes, lettuce, onions, cheese and any additional toppings as desired.
Keyword Frito Pie, Mexican Food, New Mexico, Red Chili Sauce, Tex-Mex